Snowboard Instructor

Mount Southington Ski Area; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary ski/ride access

Job summary

Mount Southington Ski Area in Plantsville, CT is seeking a Seasonal Snowboard Instructor to deliver engaging, guest-focused instruction to riders of all ages and abilities. You will create a positive learning environment that promotes skill development, confidence, and a safe on-mountain experience.

The role requires flexible weekend and holiday availability, outdoor work, and adherence to mountain policies. Training will be provided, and compensation is hourly with ski/ride benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older
• Advancedsnowboardingskills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive,energeticand patient attitude
• Prior teaching experienceis a plus, but notrequired– we will train you
• AASI certification is a plus, but notrequired
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Lead group and private lessons for snowboardersof all ages and skill levels
• Deliver lessons using approved teaching methods and progression models
• Adapt instruction to meet individual guest needs and learning styles
• Foster a fun, supportive, and confidence-building environment
• Promote return visits, lesson packages, and seasonal programs
• Assess terrain and weather conditions before and during lessons
• Follow and enforce all mountain policies, procedures and responsibility codes
• Prioritize the well-being of guests and fellow team members during all lesson activities Provide excellent customer service
• Assistwith lesson lineup, classorganizationand guest check-in
• Support special programs, events, and seasonal camps
• Assistwith other duties outside regular teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to, guestassistance, on-hill support, or other operational tasks
• Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership
• Accurately record all hours worked, ensure time entries are complete, and promptly resolve any discrepancies prior to the end of each pay period
• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Skills

Advanced snowboarding

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient attitude

Teaching experience

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Plantsville, CT 06479Position Type: SeasonalJob Shift: Primarily OutdoorsJob Category: Snowsports SchoolPosition Summary

The Snowboard Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging, professional, and guest-focused ski instruction to guests of all ages and ability levels. Instructors create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes skill development, confidence, responsible participation, and an enjoyable on-mountain experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group and private lessons for snowboardersof all ages and skill levels
• Deliver lessons using approved teaching methods and progression models
• Adapt instruction to meet individual guest needs and learning styles
• Foster a fun, supportive, and confidence-building environment
• Promote return visits, lesson packages, and seasonal programs
• Assess terrain and weather conditions before and during lessons
• Follow and enforce all mountain policies, procedures and responsibility codes
• Prioritize the well-being of guests and fellow team members during all lesson activities Provide excellent customer service
• Assistwith lesson lineup, classorganizationand guest check-in
• Support special programs, events, and seasonal camps
• Assistwith other duties outside regular teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to, guestassistance, on-hill support, or other operational tasks
• Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership
• Accurately record all hours worked, ensure time entries are complete, and promptly resolve any discrepancies prior to the end of each pay period
• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Qualifications, Requirements, and Compensation

• Must be 16 years or older
• Advancedsnowboardingskills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive,energeticand patient attitude
• Prior teaching experienceis a plus, but notrequired– we will train you
• AASI certification is a plus, but notrequired
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to snowboardfor extended periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including cold temperatures, snow wind, and limited visibility
• Ability to walk, stand and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface and subsurface conditions
• Frequent bending, lifting, andassistingguests
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $17/hour
• Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)